Published to Newsletter on Aug 21, 2024
Suicide Affects All of Us.
No two people react to suicide the same way. There are many myths about suicide and there is no script for how someone who survives will grieve or what you can do to help. However, we can all help prevent suicide by familiarizing ourselves with resources available on campus and in the community. It’s such important information to have because suicide is one of the most preventable forms of death.
Sadly, though, suicide is far too common. In the US, someone dies by suicide every 11 minutes – that’s over 130 people every single day. Suicide is also one of the leading causes of death among college students, but it doesn’t have to be this way. By joining suicide prevention efforts and learning about available interventions, we can all help save lives.
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Use this easy-to-remember, three-digit phone number to reach confidential support for people in distress. The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7.
Agora Crisis Center
The Agora Crisis Center provides compassionate, non-judgmental help for anyone in need of emotional support. They are available 6 a.m. – midnight at (505) 277-3013. This service is free and confidential.
QPR Suicide Prevention Education
Learn the three-step QPR process: Question, Persuade, and Refer. This simple intervention can help instill hope in someone who is in crisis and can help prevent suicide. Our upcoming sessions include:
You can register for QPR training at https://hr.unm.edu/wellness/qpr.
Out of the Darkness Community Walk
Join the larger Albuquerque community in combating suicide by participating in the Out of the Darkness Community Walk. Organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Albuquerque walk is on Saturday, September 7, at 10 a.m., starting at the Albuquerque Civic Plaza.
Remember, suicide is preventable. If you or anyone you know is in crisis, please utilize these resources to get help.
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